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$87+ Cheap flights from Malpensa (MXP) to Istanbul (IST)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MXP — IST
Apr 20 — Apr 271
Sun 4/20
Sun 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milan Malpensa to Istanbul are usually found in March or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Malpensa (MXP) to Istanbul (IST). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$152
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$87
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$296

Good round-trip deal

$603 or less

Good one-way deal

$385 or less
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Cheapest flights from Malpensa to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malpensa to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/255:55 amMXP - IST
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/304:45 amIST - MXP
1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$152
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/229:45 pmMXP - IST
1 stop23h 10mWizz Air
Thu 5/299:10 amIST - MXP
1 stop13h 00mWizz Air
Deal found 4/14$204
This Air Serbia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Serbia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/229:25 amMXP - IST
1 stop17h 05mAir Serbia
Mon 5/264:30 amIST - MXP
1 stop5h 05mAir Serbia
Deal found 4/14$214
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/302:35 pmMXP - IST
1 stop5h 45mLufthansa
Fri 6/62:00 pmIST - MXP
1 stop10h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 4/14$217
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:10 pmMXP - IST
Nonstop3h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 5/216:50 amIST - MXP
Nonstop2h 55mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/14$251
This Aegean Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aegean Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:25 pmMXP - IST
1 stop13h 25mAegean Airlines
Sat 9/274:35 amIST - MXP
1 stop5h 45mAegean Airlines
Deal found 4/14$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/48:10 pmMXP - IST
1 stop11h 20mSky Express
Mon 5/129:30 amIST - MXP
1 stop10h 40mSky Express
Deal found 4/14$264
This Croatia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Croatia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1810:10 amMXP - IST
2 stops13h 00mCroatia Airlines
Sun 7/275:05 amIST - MXP
1 stop8h 45mCroatia Airlines
Deal found 4/14$292
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/610:30 amMXP - IST
1 stop25h 35mLOT
Fri 5/91:55 pmIST - MXP
1 stop28h 30mLOT
Deal found 4/15$324
This Transavia Smart Connect deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Transavia Smart Connect is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/227:20 amMXP - IST
1 stop15h 45mTransavia France
Sun 5/253:35 amIST - MXP
1 stop14h 50mTransavia France
Deal found 4/14$344

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Malpensa to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Malpensa

Fly to

Istanbul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Wed 6/25

5:55 am-8:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 6/30

4:45 am-11:20 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$152

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 5/22

9:45 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Istanbul

Thu 5/29

9:10 am-9:10 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$204

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 5/22

9:25 am-3:30 am

1 stop17h 05m

Istanbul

Mon 5/26

4:30 am-8:35 am

1 stop5h 05m

$214

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Fri 5/30

2:35 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 6/6

2:00 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$217

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Wed 5/14

8:10 pm-12:10 am

Nonstop3h 00m

Istanbul

Wed 5/21

6:50 am-8:45 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$251

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Sun 9/21

7:25 pm-9:50 am

1 stop13h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 9/27

4:35 am-9:20 am

1 stop5h 45m

$262

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Sun 5/4

8:10 pm-8:30 am

1 stop11h 20m

Istanbul

Mon 5/12

9:30 am-7:10 pm

1 stop10h 40m

$264

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Fri 7/18

10:10 am-12:10 am

2 stops13h 00m

Istanbul

Sun 7/27

5:05 am-12:50 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$292

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Tue 5/6

10:30 am-1:05 pm

1 stop25h 35m

Istanbul

Fri 5/9

1:55 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$324

MilanIstanbul

MXP - IST

MXPIST

Milan Malpensa

Thu 5/22

7:20 am-12:05 am

1 stop15h 45m

Istanbul

Sun 5/25

3:35 am-5:25 pm

1 stop14h 50m

$344

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Compare providers for flights from Malpensa to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Malpensa to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Milan Malpensa Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Malpensa to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Malpensa with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MXP to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Malpensa to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

When flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Malpensa to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Malpensa to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 15, 2025.

The most flights from MXP to IST are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated April 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Aegean Airlines, Norwegian and LOT from Milan to Istanbul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Norwegian
7.8
Good
226 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
LOT
7.6
Good
1,065 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Sky Express
7.6
Good
112 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,760 reviews
Aegean Airlines
8.1
Very good
733 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

6.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2024

SKG - FRA

I am very proud of them. Everything was very nice everything thank you

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Wizz Air ($204), Air Serbia ($214), and Lufthansa ($217) offers the cheapest pricing from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport. Wizz Air is priced at 37% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $87 on Wizz Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sky Express from $105 and Air Serbia from $111 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Consider Royal Jordanian (85%), Thai Airways (82%) or RwandAir (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $204. While the most popular route (Milan Malpensa - Istanbul) can be booked for $139 on average our data indicates $1,083 when flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Malpensa to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Malpensa to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Malpensa to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malpensa to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Malpensa to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malpensa to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Milan Malpensa Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Turkish AirlinesCheapest$198Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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